Unbelievably Weird Medication Side Effects

By Editorial Staff in Health and Fitness On 6th January 2017

If you experience severe diarrhea, bleeding from your ears, difficulty seeing pickles, an erection that keeps you from working, squirting blood from your toes, or the ability to see through walls, please consult your physician as soon as possible. You've heard some warnings on medicines like this before, no doubt. It almost makes you afraid to take the thing that is supposed to help you because you never know what could happen. Here are some pretty weird side effects of medications for you to be careful of.

#1 Priapism

The Boner That Won't Quit

Just about everyone has seen the Viagra, Cialis and Levitra commercials warning users to seek medical treatment if they have an erection lasting for more than four hours. Some guys think that might be amazing, but the truth is that it can actually be harmful and even deadly. The body isn't designed to store that much blood in the groin for such a long period of time, and it could result in penile tissue damage, erectile dysfunction, and even gangrene in the penis and testicles. Sometimes men who experience this issue had to be hospitalized and have blood drawn from their penis to clear up the issue. Some long term issues may result as well including disfigurement and permanent bleeding from the penis while going to the bathroom.

#2 Cyanopsia

Things Are Looking Blue

It's a wonderful color, but imagine if everything looked blue. Forever! This is another side effect of the male enhancement pill, Viagra. The drug inhibits phosphodiesterase 6 in the body, which increases the sensitivity of the rods in the eyes. The rods are the most effective at picking up green-blue light and make people see blue as they enjoy their erections. The problem is, this Cyanopsia effect can become permanent if Viagra is used too often or the dosage is mishandled.

#3 Orgasms While Yawning

Are You Excited to Get Tired?

There are many men and women who have an issue with orgasms. Many things contribute to this problem including diabetes, old age, weight, and bladder problems. However, for some people, the exact opposite is true. They orgasm more than they should. It has been found that people who take the anti-depressant Clomipramine have frequent and unexpected orgasms. In fact, users found that whenever they yawned, they would achieve orgasm. While most found it disturbing, at least one user enjoyed the effect and planned to stay on the drug as long as possible. Yikes!

#4 Urine Discoloration

A Whole Rainbow of Side Effects

There are a whole batch of medications that can turn your urine colors. It can become a virtual rainbow of blues, greens, oranges, pinks, and reds, depending on the medication. Rifampin, Isoniazid, and Phenazopyridine are some of the most common culprits when it comes to red and orange coloration; Promethazine, Cimetidine, Amitriptyline, Metoclopramide, and Indomethacin can cause a green tint; Triamterene, Rinsapin, and Viagra can all turn things blue; and Flagyl and furazolidone can make your pee turn BLACK!

#5 Black Hairy Tongue

As Attractive As It Sounds

This side effect looks and sounds worse than it actually is. But, yuck! It doesn't do any real harm and usually clears up bu itself after just a few days. But what a fright to wake up to a hairy and fuzzy tongue. It also makes the breath bad and leaves a metallic taste in your mouth. Unbelievably, a prescription medication doesn't even cause this condition, but an over the counter upset stomach treatment does Pepto Bismol. Yes, that pink chalky stuff for an upset stomach can also make your feces black, so you can have both ends of your digestive system look equally disturbing.

#6 Brain Zaps

A Shockingly Disturbing Side Effect

If you take any anti-depressant medication, you will know that it is very hard to ween yourself off from the medications when the time comes. Not only for emotional reasons but also because the body tends to develop a dependency on the pills, resulting in withdrawal symptoms. Some people experience a side effect known as 'Brain Zaps" which are pretty much exactly what they sound like. Patients begin receiving electrical shocks running down the back of their heads, sometimes repeatedly for long periods of time. The zaps are not long lasting but are extreme when happening and cause emotional distress as much as physical pain.

#7 Phototoxicity

The Worst Part of Vampirism

Whether you find the idea of immortal life depressing or all-too-intriguing, most people can agree that the worst part of being a vampire would be having to stay out of the sunlight for the rest of eternity. If the thought of having your flesh burn off as soon as you walk in the light disturbs you, then you should probably stay away from Levaquin and other fluoroquinolone anti-depressants, which boasts phototoxicity as one of its side effects. This means walking around outside can result in rapid and extreme sunburns, complete with blisters.

#8 Extreme Hand-Foot Syndrome

The Case of the Vanishing Fingerprints

Fingerprints are important. They also are a curse, since they will surely make it easier for police to locate you if you commit a crime or are at the scene of one. Fingerprints are becoming more and more important in our digital world as we increasingly use them to verify our identity on phones, and banks, hospitals, and airports. However, almost all drugs for cancer, especially Capecitabine, have the side effect of hand-foot syndrome, which can result in vanishing fingerprints. The skin literally vanishes from your fingertips and the ends of your toes. You also will have scaly and rough skin that cracks and itches.

#8 Seeing Spots

Could Be One Of Your Medication

Lots of people experience what are called 'floaters' but if you're seeing spots, check with your doctor about your current medications. Visual disturbances may include blind spots, distorted vision, blurred vision, or halos around lights. Medications that can affect your vision with spots or blurriness include antihistamines, high blood pressure medications, and medications taken for malaria or tuberculosis. Sometimes drinking large amounts of water can help but experts suggest that if you see spots for more than a few days you should seek professional help as quickly as possible.

#10 Compulsive Behavior

Can't Stop Yourself?

People drink, smoke, gamble, and swear. There's nothing wrong with doing these things occasionally or in moderation. However, if you begin doing these things compulsively or without knowing why, it can become a problem. Mirapex and Requip can cause compulsive behaviors that can make a light drinker an alcoholic, an occasional gambler an addict, an average person a shopaholic or a sex addict. Some people become excessive eaters or hoarders. The best part is that doctors don't know why this happens and only prescribe these medications if absolutely necessary.

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